Are there direct flights from London to Melbourne?

Direct flights from London to Melbourne are historically uncommon, representing only 1.1% of all available flights. For the vast majority of travelers, connecting flights are the norm. When a connection is necessary, flights typically involve 2 stopovers on average.

How many hours is the flight from London to Melbourne?

The direct flight from London to Melbourne typically takes approximately 22 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 16909 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to about 26 hours and 35 minutes. Travelers should account for these durations when planning their journey.

How much do direct flights from London to Melbourne cost compared to connecting flights?

Historically, direct flights from London to Melbourne are significantly more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $1930, representing a 36% premium over connecting flights, which had a median price of $1414. Direct flights also make up a small portion of the route, accounting for only 2% of available options.

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London to Melbourne: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Melbourne

Right now, only 7% of recent fares from London to Melbourne are classified as a good price. Fares for this long-haul route typically range from $1200–$2097, with a median of $1576. Current fares are above the typical level, and new deals appear almost daily, suggesting opportunities for savings may emerge.

When looking for cheap flights from London to Melbourne, the data indicates that May is typically the most affordable month to fly, with a median fare of $1090. Following closely are April, with a median fare of $1113, and March, where the median fare is $1156. Planning your trip during these months could lead to more favorable prices.

A typical journey from London to Melbourne takes about 22h 10m, including connections. This is a significant long-haul route, covering a distance of 16909 km. Most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting, which contributes to the overall travel time.

Direct flights from London to Melbourne are rare, representing only 1.1% of recent fares. This means most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers for connecting flights. Travelers should anticipate a journey that includes at least one stop.

How much is a round trip from London to Melbourne

Regular price: £800 - £1,245

Prices for flights from London to Melbourne are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Melbourne is typically between 800 GBP and 1245 GBP. Currently, the lowest deal is 574 GBP with Air China, for travel from Sep 16-Sep 30.

now £574

Low £800

High £1,245

The cheapest time to fly from London to Melbourne

The cheapest month to fly from London to Melbourne is May, with a median price of $1113. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $2022. Prices are generally lower from April to October.

May

Cheapest

Flights from £1,113

December

Most Expensive

Flights from £2,022

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from London to Melbourne

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Last-minute flights going from London to Melbourne

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Melbourne

London (LGW) - Melbourne (MEL)

Air China

£929

£574

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Melbourne

London (LHR) - Melbourne (MEL)

Hainan Airlines

£926

£633

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Melbourne

London (LGW) - Melbourne (MEL)

Air China

£933

£723

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Melbourne

London (LHR) - Melbourne (MEL)

Xiamen Airlines

£912

£645

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Melbourne

London (LHR) - Melbourne (MEL)

Hainan Airlines

£903

£675

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Melbourne

London (LHR) - Melbourne (MEL)

Air China

£953

£605

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Melbourne

7 nights

Nov 11 - Nov 18

£1,139 → £662

42%

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

£1,127 → £654

42%

16 nights

Nov 2 - Nov 18

£1,105 → £638

42%

3 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 15

£1,263 → £797

37%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Melbourne

London - Melbourne route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for London to Melbourne are above the typical level, with a median of $1576.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the lowest prices

Historically, May offers the lowest median prices at $1090, followed by April and March.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 31h 20m

Direct flights take 22h 10m, while connecting flights typically average 31h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 1.1% of recent flights are direct, with connecting routes having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air China has a deal at $574

A recent deal from Air China for $574 is available from September 16-September 30.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from London to Melbourne are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

London main airports to depart from

Gatwick (LGW)

Cheapest

Gatwick offers a budget-friendly option for flights from London to Melbourne.

📍 ~40 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£476

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow is a major hub providing many flight options from London to Melbourne.

📍 ~23 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£506

London City (LCY)

London City Airport is a convenient option for travelers departing from central London to Melbourne.

📍 ~13 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£922

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend provides an alternative departure point for flights from London to Melbourne.

📍 ~57 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£843

London Stansted (STN)

London Stansted offers various flight choices for your journey from London to Melbourne.

📍 ~49 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£729

Luton (LTN)

Luton Airport is another option for flights when traveling from London to Melbourne.

📍 ~44 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£741

Melbourne main airports to arrive at

Melbourne (MEL)

Cheapest

Melbourne Airport (MEL) is a primary arrival option for flights from London to Melbourne.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£479

Airports nearby Melbourne used as alternative

Bendigo Airport (BXG)

Bendigo Airport (BXG) is a useful alternative for regional connectivity within Victoria, despite limited flight frequencies.

📍 ~130 km from Melbourne (reachable by rail and car)

💸 Flights from ~£1,025

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Melbourne

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Best Elite deals to Melbourne

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From LHR

Elite

Nov 18

Melbourne, Australia

94% AI deal score

$17,397

$10,723

Save $6,674

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From LGW

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Oct 26

Melbourne, Australia

92% AI deal score

$7,306

$4,486

Save $2,820

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From LGW

Elite

Dec 27

Melbourne, Australia

92% AI deal score

$8,305

$4,486

Save $3,819

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From LGW

Elite

Dec 24

Melbourne, Australia

92% AI deal score

$8,301

$4,493

Save $3,808

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Sep 16

Melbourne, Australia

92% AI deal score

$7,624

$4,860

Save $2,764

Hainan Airlines

Business Class

From LCY

Elite

Jan 16

Melbourne, Australia

92% AI deal score

$19,879

$13,416

Save $6,463

Swiss International Air Lines, +1

Business Class

From LCY

Elite

Jan 02

Melbourne, Australia

92% AI deal score

$20,164

$13,416

Save $6,748

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Business Class

From LCY

Elite

Jan 04

Melbourne, Australia

92% AI deal score

$19,960

$13,419

Save $6,541

Swiss International Air Lines, +1

Business Class

From LCY

Elite

Jan 05

Melbourne, Australia

92% AI deal score

$19,861

$13,419

Save $6,442

Swiss International Air Lines, +1

Business Class

From LCY

Elite

Dec 31

Melbourne, Australia

92% AI deal score

$20,272

$13,893

Save $6,379

Swiss International Air Lines

Business Class

From LGW

Elite

Oct 27

Melbourne, Australia

91% AI deal score

$7,191

$4,504

Save $2,687

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Oct 26

Melbourne, Australia

91% AI deal score

$7,068

$4,531

Save $2,537

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Melbourne

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from London to Melbourne is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price was around $1241. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw average prices rise to $1920, while booking 60+ days out resulted in an average price of $1761. Planning your trip within the recommended window can lead to more favorable fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from London to Melbourne was considered to be $1200 or less. The median price for this route was $1576, with prices reaching up to $2097 for the higher end of fares. Travelers aiming for a more economical trip should target prices around or below the $1200 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from London to Melbourne have been May, April, and March. In May, the median price was $1090, followed by April at $1113, and March at $1156. The annual median price for this route was $1576, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the overall average.

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London to Melbourne: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Melbourne

How much is a round trip from London to Melbourne

Regular price: £800 - £1,245

Prices for flights from London to Melbourne are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Melbourne is typically between 800 GBP and 1245 GBP. Currently, the lowest deal is 574 GBP with Air China, for travel from Sep 16-Sep 30.

now £574

Low £800

High £1,245

The cheapest time to fly from London to Melbourne

May

Cheapest

Flights from £1,113

December

Most Expensive

Flights from £2,022

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from London to Melbourne

QantasLink

Last-minute flights going from London to Melbourne

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Melbourne

London (LGW) - Melbourne (MEL)

Air China

£929

£574

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Melbourne

London (LHR) - Melbourne (MEL)

Hainan Airlines

£926

£633

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Melbourne

London (LGW) - Melbourne (MEL)

Air China

£933

£723

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Melbourne

London (LHR) - Melbourne (MEL)

Xiamen Airlines

£912

£645

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Melbourne

London (LHR) - Melbourne (MEL)

Hainan Airlines

£903

£675

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Melbourne

London (LHR) - Melbourne (MEL)

Air China

£953

£605

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Melbourne

7 nights

Nov 11 - Nov 18

£1,139 → £662

42%

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

£1,127 → £654

42%

16 nights

Nov 2 - Nov 18

£1,105 → £638

42%

3 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 15

£1,263 → £797

37%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Melbourne

London - Melbourne route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for London to Melbourne are above the typical level, with a median of $1576.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the lowest prices

Historically, May offers the lowest median prices at $1090, followed by April and March.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 31h 20m

Direct flights take 22h 10m, while connecting flights typically average 31h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 1.1% of recent flights are direct, with connecting routes having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air China has a deal at $574

A recent deal from Air China for $574 is available from September 16-September 30.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from London to Melbourne are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

London main airports to depart from

Gatwick (LGW)

Cheapest

Gatwick offers a budget-friendly option for flights from London to Melbourne.

📍 ~40 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£476

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow is a major hub providing many flight options from London to Melbourne.

📍 ~23 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£506

London City (LCY)

London City Airport is a convenient option for travelers departing from central London to Melbourne.

📍 ~13 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£922

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend provides an alternative departure point for flights from London to Melbourne.

📍 ~57 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£843

London Stansted (STN)

London Stansted offers various flight choices for your journey from London to Melbourne.

📍 ~49 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£729

Luton (LTN)

Luton Airport is another option for flights when traveling from London to Melbourne.

📍 ~44 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£741

Melbourne main airports to arrive at

Melbourne (MEL)

Cheapest

Melbourne Airport (MEL) is a primary arrival option for flights from London to Melbourne.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£479

Airports nearby Melbourne used as alternative

Bendigo Airport (BXG)

Bendigo Airport (BXG) is a useful alternative for regional connectivity within Victoria, despite limited flight frequencies.

Melbourne, Australia

91% AI deal score

$7,068

$4,531

Save $2,537

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Melbourne

Cheap Flights from London to Melbourne

Today’s best flight deals from London to Melbourne

London to Melbourne: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Melbourne

How much is a round trip from London to Melbourne

The cheapest time to fly from London to Melbourne

Direct flights from London to Melbourne

Last-minute flights going from London to Melbourne

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Melbourne

Popular Airports to fly from London to Melbourne

London - Melbourne route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in May for the lowest prices

Connecting flights average 31h 20m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air China has a deal at $574

Deals are frequent on this route

London main airports to depart from

Melbourne main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Melbourne used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Melbourne

Best Elite deals to Melbourne

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Oct 26

Dec 27

Dec 24

Sep 16

Jan 16

Jan 02

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Melbourne

How far in advance should I book a flight from London to Melbourne?

What's a cheap fare from London to Melbourne?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from London to Melbourne?

Are there direct flights from London to Melbourne?

How many hours is the flight from London to Melbourne?

How much do direct flights from London to Melbourne cost compared to connecting flights?

Related routes

More routes from London

Flights to Melbourne from other cities

London to Melbourne: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Melbourne

How much is a round trip from London to Melbourne

The cheapest time to fly from London to Melbourne

Direct flights from London to Melbourne

Last-minute flights going from London to Melbourne

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Melbourne

Popular Airports to fly from London to Melbourne

London - Melbourne route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in May for the lowest prices

Connecting flights average 31h 20m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air China has a deal at $574

Deals are frequent on this route

London main airports to depart from

Melbourne main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Melbourne used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Melbourne

Best Elite deals to Melbourne

Nov 18

Oct 26

Dec 27

Dec 24

Sep 16

Jan 16

Jan 02

Jan 04

Jan 05

Dec 31

Oct 27

Oct 26

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Melbourne

How far in advance should I book a flight from London to Melbourne?

What's a cheap fare from London to Melbourne?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from London to Melbourne?